Auckland bomb: NZDF safely disposes of device in stolen vehicle
A homemade explosive device was discovered in a stolen vehicle at a tow yard in Mt Eden, Auckland. The New Zealand Defence Force safely disposed of the item, and police are continuing their investigation.
Why it matters
The discovery of an improvised explosive device in a public area poses a significant security concern, though authorities confirmed there was no wider risk.
A homemade bomb was discovered inside a stolen vehicle after it was taken to a tow yard in Mt Eden on Monday.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Burrow of Auckland City CIB said police found the vehicle in Ellerslie before it was removed to the yard.
“While being examined, a small, improvised explosive was discovered. This was rendered safe and destroyed,” Burrow said.
He said there was “no wider risk to the public at the time” and inquiries continued.
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